JUNE AMBROSE: Rap's Style Architect.

CREATIVE directors; FASHION; FASHION shows; WOMEN'S basketball; HAUTE couture; EARRINGS; RAP music

June Ambrose, a renowned image architect and recipient of ESSENCE's "Impact Award of the Year," reflects on her influential career in the fashion industry. Born in Antigua and raised in St. Croix and the Bronx, Ambrose developed a passion for fashion from a young age. She has worked with notable artists such as Jay-Z, Missy Elliott, and Busta Rhymes, creating iconic looks and pushing boundaries in the world of rap. Ambrose's unique trajectory and ability to bridge generational gaps have solidified her status as a style savant and icon-maker. [Extracted from the article]

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